Main Idea & Supporting Details

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the central point or message that the author wants to convey.

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What are supporting details?

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Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or reinforce the main idea.

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Why is it important to identify the main idea?

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Identifying the main idea helps readers understand the overall message of the text.

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How can you find the main idea of a paragraph?

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Look for the topic sentence or the sentence that summarizes the main point.

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What is an example of a supporting detail?

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Exercise can help maintain a healthy weight and reduce the risk of chronic diseases.

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What question should you ask to find the main idea?

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What point is the writer trying to make?

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What is the relationship between main ideas and supporting details?

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Supporting details provide evidence and examples that support the main idea.

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What is a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence is a sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

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To summarize a text means to give a brief statement of the main points.

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What is the purpose of supporting details in a story?

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Supporting details help to clarify, explain, or enhance the main idea.